Educating for Life's Journey

RACE TO THE TOP

The purpose of the Race to the Top grant program is to encourage and reward States that are creating the conditions for education innovation and reform so that we can transform our schools for decades to come. For more information, please click the link above.

PSERS: A Potential Crisis

The above Q and A excerpts are from the Pennsylvania School Boards Association publication "School Leader News" bulletin of January 22, 2010. The 5th question highlights the problem we face in our district.

EAMS 7/8 PTA Spring Sportswear Sale

Click on the link above to see what's available and to download an order sheet.

2010 - 11 Kindergarten Registration

The Easton Area School District will hold Kindergarten Registration and Medical Screening in March, April and May. Parents/guardians should call the appropriate school office for an appointment to register their child. Please click above for specifics.

Ad-hoc Budget Meeting Date Changed

Notice is hereby given that the Easton Area School District ad hoc Budget Committee is changing its March meeting from March 9 to Tuesday, March 16, 2010. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at the Education Center, 1801 Bushkill Drive, Easton at 6:30 p.m.

EAHS Pro Wrestling Event to Benefit Haiti

EAHS Technology Student Association will be hosting a Pro Wrestling event on March 19th at the EAHS gymnasium. The event will include local talent as well as past WWE Superstars. This amazing fundraiser will also benefit the victims of Haiti. Tickets are on sale at the high school, and will be available at the door as well. Please email chillotm@eastonsd.org with any questions.

Benefit for EAHS Instrumental Students

A PERFORMANCE by "OTHERSIDE" featuring Tom and Frank Drago, Eric Kenlin and Mark Johnson; $20.00, ALL YOU CAN EAT --- BBQ, Baked Ziti, Veggie Tray and snacks. BEER and SODA included. Cash Bar. Saturday 3/20/10 from 8:00 pm - 12:00. Palmer Twsp. Social Hall, 920 South 27th Street, Easton. Call LISA PYSHER at 610.253.4972 for tickets. Advanced tickets sales preferred.

Show Me the Money

Show Me the Money- March 23, 2010 Join us for a panel discussion with Lehigh Valley Business and Industry professionals. Students, parents, teachers and community are welcome to attend, on March 23 from 5:30-8:30 pm, FREE dinner, panel discussion and QA. You must RSVP by March 12th to jmercovich@northampton.edu or 610-861-5562. Click here for more information.

IMA Spring Arts and Craft Sale

The Easton Area High School Instrumental Music Association will be holding their spring arts and craft sale on Saturday, March 27 from 9 AM to 2 PM, in the school cafeteria. There will be a fine selection of arts

EAHS Job Fair - May 4, 2010

Act today, reserve your booth at EAHS Job Fair on May 4, 2010. If you are a Lehigh Valley company, this is a chance to meet the our Senior class. Companies offering full and part-time employment, internships, summer jobs and future employment opportunities are welcome. Attached is more information and the registration form.

Driver Ed Registration Spring 2010

The next Driver Education Class will be in the Summer 2010! Please click the link above for dates and details.

District Monitoring Efforts for H1N1

The district is monitoring all confirmed cases of H1N1. Those confirmed cases are being reported to the Office of Pupil Services. A daily report is sent to the Superintendent. Should the need occur to close any building, the decision will be announced. Thank you, if you have any questions please contact the Office of Pupil Services @ 610-250-2400 x35032.

Need Driving Directions to Our Schools?

Get driving directions to any of our EASD schools and Education Center. Click above to Map it.

Parent Teacher Association Emails!

Want to receive an email correspondence from your child's school Parent Teacher Association? Click above to sign-up for special Parent Teacher Association emails.

Help Us Squash the Flu!

We want to keep our schools open to students and functioning in a normal manner during this flu season but we need your help to do this. Click above for more information on how you can help.

H1N1 Update

To combat the H1N1 flu strain, many measures are now in place to protect your children. Please click above to read how EASD is taking steps to reduce the spread of infections like the flu.

Surrogate Parent Volunteer Project

Occasionally, the EASD may find a need to provide children with disabilities a surrogate parent to assist in educational decisions. A surrogate parent is appointed to act on behalf of the child whenever the birth parent cannot be found or when parent rights have been terminated. If interested in volunteering for this service, please contact the EASD Special Education Department at 610-250-2400 ext. 35024.

EASD Child Find Notice to Parents

If you feel that your child is exceptional or is experiencing academic, emotional or physical difficulties, you may request an evaluation to determine special program needs. A parent request form is available through the guidance office in each school.

Right To Know

The Pennsylvania Right to Know Law provides legal residents of the Commonwealth the right to request, inspect and obtain copies of public records. Please click above for information on the Right to Know Law.

AFG / Strategic Plan

The key to OUR success is YOUR involvement! Click above for details.

PowerSchool Parent Access

Parental involvement is critical to student achievement. Learn how you will get access to your child's education. Click above for details.

Sign up for EASD ALERTS

Sign up for the EASD ALERT. The moment a delay, closing or early dismissal is called, you will receive an email or text message from our EASD ALERT system. Click above for more information.

CONNECT-ED INFO FOR PARENTS

Connect-Ed is an automated phone calling program designed to provide important information to parents. Please click on the link above to learn how the district uses this valuable tool to foster communication within our school community.

Attention Parents!

CHIP - Pennsylvania's Children's Health Insurance Program covers all kids. Don't assume that you make too much to qualify. Go to www.chipcoverspakids.com for more information!

ATTENTION NEW RESIDENTS

The Easton Area School District is accepting appointments for new student registrations for the 2009-2010 school year. Please Note: Registrations are done by appointment only. Please call your child's school to schedule an appointment.

Don't Wait! Vaccinate Now!

Children in all grades in 2009/2010 need essential vaccinations. Click above for more details.

EASD Alumni Website

Check out the new Official Easton Area High School Alumni website. Find out what's happening with your graduating class, or make donations to benefit EASD students. Click link, above, for more information!

Management Plan Book

Parents/Guardians and Staff: This notice is to inform you there is an AHERA (Asbestos) Management Plan Book in the office of each school building, which shows the location of any asbestos containing material used during the construction of the building, as well as any abatement that has taken place.